June 21, 2025

FERC proposes rule change to eliminate construction delays for gas pipeline projects, grants waiver for industry

The gas industry argues that the existing rules have been exploited as a tool by project opponents to unfairly delay infrastructure development.

Rule Change Proposed: FERC proposed a rule change to eliminate delays in construction authorization for natural gas projects during rehearing proceedings. The proposed rulemaking, filed on June 18, aims to remove existing barriers to project development amid growing energy demand. FERC also granted a one-year waiver of the regulations, effective until June 30, 2026. More Details: Currently, under Order 871, ...

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Filing Date: June 18, 2025

Docket Numbers:

RM25-9

CP25-499

Short Summary:

FERC proposed a rule change to eliminate delays in construction authorization for natural gas projects during rehearing proceedings. The proposed rulemaking, filed on June 18, aims to remove existing barriers to project development amid growing energy demand.

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Policies & Rulemakings

Tags: Natural Gas, Natural Gas Pipeline Projects, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Project Permitting Process

Entities: FERC, Interstate Natural Gas Association of America

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Regions: U.S.

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Regulators: FERC

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Natural Gas Pipeline Approvals Pending Rehearing – Notice of Proposed Rulemaking